Max graduated from Kersey High School in 1947. He went on to work for Union Pacific Railroad for two years, and then started as an auto mechanic for Robert’s Garage in Evans and Fox Motors in Kersey. He also worked on PnA turkey farms, and then as a self-employed mechanic until he retired. He married Lois M. Meeker in 1949. They have four beautiful children: two boys, Roy and Jim, and two girls, Wendy and Shelly. Max enjoyed hunting, trapshooting and making wood carvings (totem poles and animals). He also enjoyed collecting Indian artifacts. In retirement, Max restored old tractors and would build small, replica tractors of the large tractors he restored.

Max was a very well-respected auto mechanic, and could fix anything. He had a great sense of humor. He was an active community member, a volunteer firefighter and the town mayor for four years. He would give a hand to anyone. He was loved by so many.

(Emma) Ann Mathews, 91, of Greeley, passed away Nov. 1, 2013, at her home. She was born Oct. 1, 1922, in Milliken to John C. and Katherine C. (Forquer) LeTavec.

Ann attended St. Peter’s Catholic School and Greeley High School, graduating in 1940. After high school, she attended business college. Following business college, she worked for the U.S. Treasury Department in Chicago. During World War II, Ann did clerical work for the Army at the prisoner of war camp west of Greeley.

Ann married her high school sweetheart, Patrick R. Mathews on Sept. 8, 1943. They had two children, Cinde E. Whitman of Bozeman, Mont., and Kit P. Mathews of Naples, Fla. They were married for 52 years when Pat passed away, June 15, 1995. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and belonged to Women of St. Mary’s and Church Women United.

Ann loved fly fishing, camping, and any time spent with her lifelong friends and family. She liked skeet shooting and the adventure of travel. For many years, Ann and Pat shared a winter home in Manzanillo, Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Pat Mathews; her parents; and two sisters, Luella C. Beights, and Leona R. Anderson.

Ann was a special lady. She was always a kind, sweet and giving person; a joy to be with. She will be missed by all who have shared her life.

Condolences may be sent in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO, 80631. Friends may view the online obituary and also submit condolences at www.allnutt.com.

Larry V. Wolfe

Oct. 31, 1942-Nov. 13, 2013

Age: 71

Residence: Greeley

Larry Victor Wolfe, 71, of Greeley, passed away Nov. 13, 2013, at Life Care Center of Greeley. He was born Oct. 31, 1942, in Eaton to Victor and Helen (Leffler) Wolfe.

He loved being raised on the farm and spending time with his three special uncles. Music was a very important part of his life. He especially loved polka music. Larry enjoyed being with family, friends and neighbors. His birthday was very special to him, since it was on Halloween. He was always ready to go for a ride, but going to the mountains was always his hope of destination.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, 2013, at Adamson Chapel, with graveside service at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, at Eaton Cemetery, followed by Celebration of Life service at 3 p.m. at Adamson Chapel.

Memorials may be made to “First Congregational Church of Eaton,” in care of Adamson Funeral & Cremation Services, 2000 47th Ave., Greeley, CO, 80634.